Disability Benefits for Agoraphobia | Bishop Law Firm

This article discusses how social Security The government will evaluate your claim social security disability Insurance Benefits (SSDI) and supplemental security income (SSI) If you have been assessed for agoraphobia. Information about Apply for SSDI or SSI look here.

Types of Social Security Disability Benefits

The first step in obtaining Social Security Disability benefits is to apply at your local SSA office or online. When you apply, SSA will determine whether you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or both.

SSDI is based on credits for work you have done over the past 10 years, while SSI is a need-based program.

After you apply for benefits, your case will be sent to the Disability Determination Service (DDS or your local equivalent) so that your disability can be determined.

What is agoraphobia?

Agoraphobia is a type anxiety disorder In this case, you will avoid situations that you fear may cause you to panic. generalized anxiety Mental disorders (GAD), obsessive-compulsive disorder——obsessive-compulsive disorder (obsessive-compulsive disorder), Panic disorder and post traumatic stress disorder (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) Yes all anxiety disorders They can occur simultaneously (through HHS).

Agoraphobia is usually with Panic disorder. You may avoid going out in public because overwhelming anxiety and you experience. customer report difficulty Leaving home and being with strangers, sometimes even with your own family. These situations can cause panic.

To me, panic attacks are described as uncontrollable fear, alert and scanrapid heartbeat, chest pain, sweating, and paranoia. Clients often believe they are having a heart attack. Other symptoms include dizziness, numbness, etc. Fear “Going crazy.” Established here .

Treatment for agoraphobia often includes psychiatric treat and medications. People with agoraphobia Fear must be overcome to receive treatment. This can be very difficult. Fortunately, today, a mental health professionals can provide treat Through video, patients can avoid commuting or having to use public transportation. if you see one psychologist or psychiatrist, both treat and take medications, you may still be unable to work because you social phobiapoor impulse control, difficulty concentrating or severe anxiety.

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Is agoraphobia a disability?

Agoraphobia can lead to disability. exist social security disability In this world, the name of your disease is not important; Severity your symptoms. although physical disability Easier to observe with the naked eye, mental health question can influence a person's healthy In a terrible way.

this social Security The government assesses agoraphobia based on 12.06 anxiety related disorders :

Panic disorder or agoraphobia, Characterized go through one or both:

1. Persistent worry or worry about additional panic attacks or their consequences after a panic attack; or
2. Disproportionate fear or anxiety Regarding at least two different situations (e.g. using public transportationin crowds, in queues, out and about, in open spaces

and

1. Extreme limitation in one, or significant limitation in two of the following areas of psychological functioning (see 12.00F):
   1. understand, remember, or apply information (see 12.00E1).
   2. interact with others (see 12.00E2).
   3. to concentrate, persevere, or keep pace (see 12.00E3).
   4. to adapt or manage oneself (see 12:00E4).

This list discusses persistent irrational fears, recurring severe panic attacks, and your apparent limitations. activities of daily living or social Skilletc. If you're afraid of leaving your home or interacting with people, making it difficult to maintain a full-time job, you may come across this list.

Even if you do not meet the above list, you may still be considered disabled depending on your circumstances.capable Function Independence from your family or a combination of all your disabilities.

If you are unable to work (engage in Substantial gainful activity)Due to your symptoms, File a claim Get disability benefits for agoraphobia as soon as possible.

The Bishop Law Firm represents Social Security disability clients in Raleigh, North Carolina, Durham, Fayetteville, Cary, Rocky Mount, Wilson, Smithfield, Lewisburg, Chapel Hill, Roanoke Rapids, Winston-Salem, Garner, Greensboro, Greenville, and the surrounding areas. Call (919) 615-3095 or start your free case review online today.

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